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PCU | Registered Nurse

GHR HealthcareNorfolk, VATravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Norfolk, VA
Job type
Travel
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Aug 17, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$59.58
Weekly
$2,145
Yearly (full-time)
$111,540
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
09/21/2026

This job pays about $59.58/hour — 32% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Virginia ($45.00/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

Travel Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN) – Norfolk, VA

Travel PCU RN job in Norfolk, Virginia: join a fast-paced Progressive Care Unit and support admissions, discharges, and high-quality acute care in a busy healthcare setting.

Join a dynamic Progressive Care Unit team in Norfolk, Virginia, where coastal living meets a strong healthcare community. This travel Registered Nurse opportunity offers the chance to support a busy admission and discharge unit while enjoying a vibrant waterfront city known for its restaurants, historic charm, and easy access to beaches and city attractions. If you’re a compassionate PCU RN who thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment, this role is a great way to make an impact.

Job Details

  • Position: Travel Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN)
  • Employment Type: Travel Nursing
  • Setting: Progressive Care / Admission & Discharge Unit
  • Location: Norfolk, VA
  • Start Date: 09/21/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour days
  • Shifts Per Week: 3
  • Hours Per Week: 36
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,090 - $2,200
  • Unit Focus: High-quality patient flow, admissions, and discharges in a progressive care setting

Job Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
  • At least 1 year of recent nursing experience in a PCU, progressive care, telemetry, or similar acute care setting
  • Strong assessment, prioritization, and clinical decision-making skills
  • Ability to work 12-hour day shifts and maintain a consistent 36-hour weekly schedule
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Comfortable managing patients with varying acuity levels

Responsibilities

  • Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to progressive care patients
  • Support admissions and discharges with accuracy and efficiency
  • Monitor patient status, respond to changes in condition, and escalate concerns appropriately
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to promote positive patient outcomes
  • Document assessments, interventions, and patient progress in a timely manner
  • Deliver compassionate care while maintaining a calm, organized approach in a busy unit

Apply now to take your next travel nursing step as a PCU RN in Norfolk, VA, and join a healthcare team that values clinical excellence and compassionate care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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